This podcast can't be played due to restrictions set for this device

I'm getting this error when I try to play any podcast marked as Explicit, in the Apple Podcasts app. It says "Restrictions can be managed in Settings -> Screen Time". I've disabled all controls in Screen Time, and I still get the message. I can play the same podcasts in 3rd party apps. I've tried rebooting, etc, to no avail. Any thoughts?

iPhone 13 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Oct 1, 2024 12:03 AM

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Posted on Oct 3, 2024 12:28 PM

In another thread, I finally found a way to fix the problem.

Open the iTunes Store app and try to play a content marked as explicit. You will receive a popup asking you if you want to allow explicit contents (even if they are already enabled in Screen Time...).

By allowing them, also the Podcast app will start working again.

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